Microduino mPie STEM Toy

The color-coded magnetic modules teach kids introductory hardware coding as well as more advanced electronic and product design concepts.

Using mPie, kids discover the world of hardware coding. The magnetic modules help them visualize the logical and sequential order of things in a physical and engaging way. mPie’s intermediate lessons enable children to link concepts between the physical and virtual worlds.

Projects they construct include everyday items, such as a rocket, ambulance, and fly swatter. Common objects with which they are already familiar. mPie projects increase in complexity so children learn the importance of sequence in design and fabrication. They master how to identify and resolve problems when certain sequences are not followed.

mPie includes seven fun and interesting projects that teach children new concepts about how electronics work together in practical ways. Instruction cards are included, along with the magnetic modules, and are easy to follow so kids can immediately start building their creations. Having valuable educational play time is important and mPie provides the perfect product for students to do just that!

Projects:

• Whack-a-mole: Whack-a-Mole is a reflex game where the player tries to whack the mole’s head as it pops out of its tunnel.
• Pinball: un fact: Pinball originated in Nagoya, Japan, in the early 20th century. In addition to being fun, pinball helps train reaction times and hand-eye coordination.
• Fly Swatter: Fun fact: The shortest recorded interval of human response time is a tenth of a second. How fast can you respond?
• Ambulance: When dialing 911, it’s important to be ready to provide details about the emergency and the address where you are so the ambulance can reach you quickly.
• Rocket: A rocket is a type of airplane specially designed to fly in space.
• Lunar Eclipse: A lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes directly behind the Earth into its shadow (also called an umbra.
• Catapult: The catapult is a giant weapon that hurls an object great distances during battle. It dates back thousands of years and was first used by the Greeks, Romans, and Chinese.